Bullmastiff vs Weimaraner Comparison – Which dog is better Bullie or Grey Ghost?

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Name	Bullmastiff	Weimaraner
Origins	England	Germany
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Group	Working Dogs	Gun Dog
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Common Names & Aliases Compare different names used for Bullmastiff and Weimaraner. What other names are these breeds known by?	Bullie Bully	Grey Ghost Weim Weimaraner Vorstehhund
Breed Classification Compare breed classifications between a Bullmastiff and a Weimaraner. Learn about their genetic backgrounds.	Purebred	Purebred

Bullmastiff vs Weimaraner Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Which is bigger: a Bullmastiff or a Weimaraner? Compare size differences between these breeds.	Large	Large
Weight Statistics Compare weight ranges between a Bullmastiff and a Weimaraner. Which breed is heavier?	Male: 110-133 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 100-120 pounds (45-55 kg)	Male: 55-70 pounds (25-32 kg), Female: 50-65 pounds (23-29 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 121.5 pounds (50–60 kg), Female: 110 pounds (50 kg)	Male: 62.5 pounds (28.5 kg), Female: 57.5 pounds (26 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bullmastiff or Weimaraner? Is a Bullmastiff taller than a Weimaraner?	Male: 25-27 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 24-26 inches (61–66 cm)	Male: 24-24 inches (61-69 cm), Female: 22-25 inches (56-63 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 26 inches (63–69 cm), Female: 25 inches (61–66 cm)	Male: 24 inches (65 cm), Female: 23.5 inches (59.5 cm)

Bullmastiff vs Weimaraner Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy prices between a Bullmastiff and a Weimaraner. Which breed costs more?	$1200-$1500	$1500-$2000
Availability Which is easier to get, Bullmastiff or Weimaraner?	Very frequent: The Bullmastiff is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Weimaraner is quite easy to get.

Bullmastiff vs Weimaraner Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Which is smarter: a Bullmastiff or a Weimaraner? Compare intelligence rankings and learning abilities.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Very smart: Weimaraner is an excellent dog breed. See more.
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Training Difficulty Which is easier to train: a Bullmastiff or a Weimaraner? Compare training requirements.	Bullmastiff dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Weimaraner dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Rating Which makes a better watchdog: a Bullmastiff or a Weimaraner? Compare alertness levels.	Bullmastiff dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Weimaraner dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Which is more protective: a Bullmastiff or a Weimaraner? Compare territorial behaviors.	Bullmastiff dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Weimaraner dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Bullmastiff vs Weimaraner Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits Compare personalities of a Bullmastiff and a Weimaraner. How do their temperaments differ?	Protective Alert Powerful Courageous Docile Reliable Loyal Devoted Calm	Stubborn Aloof Energetic Alert Powerful Intelligent Social Steady Fast
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Bullmastiff vs Weimaraner?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Weimaraner dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bullmastiff vs Weimaraner?	Average: Bullmastiff dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Weimaraner dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Bullmastiff vs Weimaraner social needs comparison:	Bullmastiff dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Weimaraner dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Bullmastiff vs Weimaraner?	Bullmastiff dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Weimaraner dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Bullmastiff vs Weimaraner? Which can be better for hunting?	Bullmastiff dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Weimaraner dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bullmastiff vs Weimaraner Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Which breed barks more: a Bullmastiff or a Weimaraner? Compare vocalization tendencies.	Low: The Bullmastiff barks none to minimal. See more.	Average to High: The Weimaraner is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Playful Nature Which breed is more playful: a Bullmastiff or a Weimaraner? Compare play drive and energy.	Bullmastiffs are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Weimaraner is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Apartment Adaptability Which is better for apartments: a Bullmastiff or a Weimaraner? Compare living space needs.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Bullmastiff indoors.	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Weimaraner breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bullmastiff vs Weimaraner Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Which adapts better to changes: a Bullmastiff or a Weimaraner? Compare adaptability levels.	Average: Bullmastiff dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Weimaraner dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Bullmastiff or Weimaraner?	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Weimaraner dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Bullmastiff vs Weimaraner Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Which has lower bite risk: a Bullmastiff or a Weimaraner? Compare biting tendencies.	Low 🔽 The Bullmastiff has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Weimaraner has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Which is more mouthy: a Bullmastiff or a Weimaraner? Compare mouthing behaviors.	Bullmastiff dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Weimaraner dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Which has a stronger bite: a Bullmastiff or a Weimaraner? Compare bite force PSI.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Bullmastiff bite force: Ordinary.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Weimaraner bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Bullmastiff vs Weimaraner Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Which lives longer: a Bullmastiff or a Weimaraner? Compare average lifespans.	8-10 years The average lifespan of Bullmastiff: 9 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Weimaraner: 11 years
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Climate Tolerance Which handles weather better: a Bullmastiff or a Weimaraner? Compare climate tolerances.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Bullmastiff can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.
Health Concerns Compare common health issues between a Bullmastiff and a Weimaraner. Which breed is healthier?	Very healthy dog breed.	Weimaraners tend to have a lot and frequent health issues.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Bullmastiff vs Weimaraner?	Rare The Bullmastiff should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Frequent The Weimaraner should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bullmastiff vs Weimaraner? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bullmastiff vs Weimaraner health problems comparison:	Cancer Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Heart Problems Entropion Kidney Issues Hemangiosarcoma Lymphosarcoma Osteosarcoma	Hip Dysplasia Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Von Willebrand's Disease Bloat Entropion Drug Sensitivity Ectropion Distichiasis

Bullmastiff vs Weimaraner Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Which breed is more energetic: a Bullmastiff or a Weimaraner? Compare activity levels.	Bullmastiff dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Weimaraner dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bullmastiff vs Weimaraner exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bullmastiff or Weimaraner? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bullmastiff dogs exercise need is minimal.	Weimaraner dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bullmastiff or Weimaraner?	Bullmastiff dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Weimaraner dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Bullmastiff vs Weimaraner Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Which gains weight easier: a Bullmastiff or a Weimaraner? Compare obesity risks.	High: The Bullmastiff breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Low to Average: The Weimaraner has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity
Food Consumption Which eats more: a Bullmastiff or a Weimaraner? Compare daily food needs.	3 to 4.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot

Bullmastiff vs Weimaraner Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Which is more hypoallergenic: a Bullmastiff or a Weimaraner? Compare allergy friendliness.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Coat Colors What color variations exist for Bullmastiff and Weimaraner? Compare breed colors.	Red Fawn Brindle	Gray Blue Silver Copper
Grooming Requirements Which needs more grooming: a Bullmastiff or a Weimaraner? Compare maintenance needs.	Easy to groom: The Bullmastiff doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Weimaraner requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Drooling Tendency Which drools more: a Bullmastiff or a Weimaraner? Compare drooling amounts.	The Bullmastiff is a big drooler, so if you're disgusted by slobber spots on your clothes, you should choose a dog from another breed. See more.	The Weimaraner drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Which has less odor: a Bullmastiff or a Weimaraner? Compare natural smell levels.	High 🔼 The Bullmastiff has a high chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Weimaraner has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics How do coats differ between a Bullmastiff and a Weimaraner? Compare fur types.	Rough	Fine
Bathing Needs Which needs more baths: a Bullmastiff or a Weimaraner? Compare bathing frequencies.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bullmastiff or Weimaraner? Do Bullmastiff dogs shed more than Weimaraner dogs?	Bullmastiff dogs shed moderately. See more.	Weimaraner dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most

Bullmastiff vs Weimaraner Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Which is better with children: a Bullmastiff or a Weimaraner? Compare kid-friendliness.	Bullmastiff dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Weimaraner dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bullmastiff dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Weimaraner dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bullmastiff or Weimaraner? Which dog is more friendly?	Bullmastiff dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Weimaraner dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bullmastiff or Weimaraner?	Bullmastiff dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Weimaraner dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bullmastiff or Weimaraner? Can a Bullmastiff and a Weimaraner be friends? Do Bullmastiff dogs get along with Weimaraner dogs?	Bullmastiff dogs are not dog-friendly.	Weimaraner dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Bullmastiff vs Weimaraner?	Yes Bullmastiff dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Weimaraner dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Bullmastiff is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Weimaraner is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Bullmastiffs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Weimaraners are not the best breed for elderly people.

Bullmastiff vs Weimaraner As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Which makes a better service dog: a Bullmastiff or a Weimaraner? Compare service capabilities.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Which is better for therapy work: a Bullmastiff or a Weimaraner? Compare therapy capabilities.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Scent Detection Ability Which is better at detection work: a Bullmastiff or a Weimaraner? Compare scenting abilities.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Which is better for search and rescue: a Bullmastiff or a Weimaraner? Compare SAR abilities.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Which is better on boats: a Bullmastiff or a Weimaraner? Compare maritime abilities.	Not really Bullmastiff breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Weimaraner breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Which is better at pulling: a Bullmastiff or a Weimaraner? Compare draft work capabilities.	Yes A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Military Service Background Compare military history between Bullmastiff and Weimaraner. Which has stronger military background?	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Bullmastiff vs Weimaraner Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare litter sizes between Bullmastiff and Weimaraner. Which has larger litters?	4-13 puppies, average 8	6-8 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare pregnancy duration between Bullmastiff and Weimaraner breeds.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding frequencies between Bullmastiff and Weimaraner. Which needs longer recovery?	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.

Bullmastiff vs Weimaraner Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC classifications of Bullmastiff and Weimaraner. Which groups do they belong to?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Working breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1943 as a Sporting breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI classifications of Bullmastiff and Weimaraner. Which groups are they in?	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pointing Dogs group, in the Continental Pointing Dogs section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare kennel club recognition between Bullmastiff and Weimaraner. Which is more widely recognized?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club

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